This program may not be covered by VA benefits. Contact the off-site Montessori Institute where enrolled in classes. Students in the Online M.Ed. should email the Records Office of Loyola University Maryland.
Purpose and Scope
The goal of the graduate program in Montessori education is to guide adults as they prepare for the work and the responsibility of helping each child to develop the fullness of their potential. The program provides students with opportunities to develop an understanding of a child's stages of development and the different conditions and strategies necessary to support development at each stage. The master's program is offered in two different pathways:
Concurrent Pathway
Loyola University Maryland offers students the choice of specialized graduate study in Montessori Education at either the infant (ages 0-3), primary (ages 3-6) or elementary (ages 6-12) level. Graduates receive both the internationally recognized Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma and the Master of Education (MEd). The program is offered in a full-time academic year or multi-summer format (over three or four consecutive summers). The program is offered in collaboration with select AMI partner institutes and culminates in an intensive summer capstone session online or at Loyola's Baltimore campus.
Online Evergreen Pathway
Loyola also offers a post-training pathway focused on action research for Montessori educators who already have a MACTE-accredited training diploma. Graduates receive a Master of Education with a specialization in Montessori Education. The program is offered in a fully online format. Some years may be offered in hybrid format with an on-site summer component.
Certification
A master's degree in Montessori education does not lead directly to teacher certification in Maryland. Students should submit official transcripts and course descriptions directly to their respective State Departments of Education to determine if courses satisfy specific certification requirements.
Admission Criteria
Students seeking admission to the degree program in Montessori education must meet departmental admission criteria. In addition, demonstrated professional competence and/or academic ability as evidenced by letters of recommendation is required. A personal interview may also be requested.
Detailed admission information (application procedures, required documents, deadlines, etc.) can be found under Admission .